Ortofon
Ortofon OM30 Stylus
Best high-fidelity replacement for dedicated vinyl enthusiasts.
Restore the pristine sound of your vinyl collection with the Ortofon OM30 Stylus, a direct factory replacement designed for the Ortofon OM 30 phono cartridge. This stylus ensures an easy installation process, bringing your audio experience back to life. It's the recommended replacement for a variety of Ortofon cartridges, including the Super OM 30, OM 30, and Concorde 30, among others. Crafted by Ortofon, this stylus is built to deliver exceptional audio fidelity and performance, making it an essential component for any serious vinyl enthusiast seeking to maintain their cartridge's optimal sound quality.
$370.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
957
/ 1637
#957 in Turntable Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-71%
Below average
Frequency range
2029000
/ -, Hz
Who it's for
- Listeners demanding clean playback on complex musical passages
- Vinyl collectors prioritizing the long-term preservation of their records
- Audiophiles seeking high-fidelity detail and sonic accuracy
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious listeners looking for entry-level pricing
- Novice users lacking specialized alignment tools and experience
- Careless handlers prone to accidental stylus damage
Performance breakdown
Tracking Precision
Nude Fine Line geometry extracts incredible detail from complex record grooves.
Frequency Response
Extends well into the high-frequency range for airy, transparent sound reproduction.
Installation Ease
Simple plug-and-play design makes cartridge maintenance accessible for every vinyl enthusiast.
Groove Stability
High tracking ability ensures consistent performance even on demanding musical passages.
Compatibility Range
Seamlessly integrates with a wide variety of popular Ortofon cartridge bodies.
Audio Fidelity
Delivers a refined, balanced sonic profile that elevates any high-end turntable setup.
Key Specs
Frequency range
20-29,000 Hz
Frequency response
20-20.000 Hz + 3 / - 1 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz
80 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral
25 µm/mN
Stylus tip radius
r/R 8/40 µm
Equivalent stylus tip mass
0.3 mg
Tracking force range
1.25-1.75 g
Tracking force, recommended
1.5 g
Features
- Direct factory replacement stylus for Ortofon OM 30 phono cartridge
- Easy installation process
- Recommended replacement for multiple Ortofon cartridge models
- Designed for optimal audio fidelity and performance
- Nude Fine Line stylus type for precise tracking
What customers say
Customers consistently laud the Ortofon OM30 Stylus for its exceptional sound quality and remarkable detail retrieval. Many reviewers highlight a significant upgrade in audio fidelity, noting a richer, more nuanced listening experience. The precision and clarity it brings to music are frequently praised, making it a favorite among discerning audiophiles. Its ability to extract subtle textures from recordings is a recurring positive theme, reinforcing its reputation for superior performance and a truly immersive soundstage.
Know before you buy
The OM30 stylus is a direct replacement for the Ortofon OM 30, Super OM 30, and Concorde 30 cartridges. It is designed to fit the entire OM series body, allowing for easy upgrades or replacements across that product line.
The Nude Fine Line profile features a smaller contact area than standard elliptical styli, allowing it to track the grooves of your records with greater precision. This results in improved high-frequency detail and reduced distortion across the entire frequency range.
Installation is very straightforward. You simply slide the old stylus assembly off the front of the cartridge body and click the new OM30 stylus into place until it is secure.
The recommended tracking force is 1.5 grams. While the stylus is designed to operate within a range of 1.25 to 1.75 grams, 1.5 grams is the optimal setting for achieving the best balance of tracking ability and sound fidelity.
If you are upgrading from a lower-tier stylus within the OM series, the OM30 will provide a noticeable increase in clarity and detail. However, if your current stylus is simply worn out, replacing it with the OM30 will restore the original performance and tracking accuracy your system was designed to deliver.
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